Description
Indulge in this rich and fluffy Peanut Butter Cake, a perfect blend of sweet and nutty flavors that makes it an ideal easy dessert for any occasion. Whether you’re searching for quick dessert ideas, easy baking recipes, or comforting homemade treats, this cake delivers moist layers and creamy frosting in every bite. Perfect as a dinner dessert, celebration cake, or weekend baking project.
Ingredients
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup unsalted butter
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
1 cup creamy peanut butter
4 large eggs
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1 cup whole milk
1 cup unsalted butter
1 cup creamy peanut butter
3 1/2 cups powdered sugar
3 tablespoons heavy cream
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 pinch salt
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare cake pans with parchment paper.
2. Whisk together flour, baking powder, baking soda, and salt.
3. Beat butter, sugar, and peanut butter until light and fluffy.
4. Add eggs one at a time, then mix in vanilla extract.
5. Alternate adding dry ingredients and milk, mixing gently.
6. Divide batter into pans and smooth tops.
7. Bake for 25–30 minutes until a toothpick comes out clean.
8. Cool cakes completely on a rack.
9. Beat butter and peanut butter for frosting until smooth.
10. Add powdered sugar, cream, and vanilla, then whip until fluffy.
11. Assemble cake layers with frosting between each layer.
12. Frost the outside evenly and decorate as desired.
Notes
Use room temperature ingredients for smoother batter and better texture.
Do not overmix after adding flour to keep the cake soft and tender.
Let the cake cool completely before frosting to avoid melting.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice
- Calories: 550
- Sugar: 45g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 32g
- Saturated Fat: 14g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 60g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 11g
- Cholesterol: 95mg